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Senior Spotlight: Celebrating Our Graduates

  • Writer: Alpha Delta Pi at the University of Central Florida
    Alpha Delta Pi at the University of Central Florida
  • May 10
  • 4 min read

This past weekend, we celebrated the graduation of our seniors and reflected on the impact they’ve made on our chapter over the past four years. From philanthropy events to late night study sessions, these women are leaving behind a legacy that will continue to inspire our future classes.


Join us in celebrating their accomplishments, learning about their plans for the future, and reading the advice they have for our younger sisters as they begin this exciting next chapter.



Maddie Kearney

Alpha Class ‘22


Major: Nursing 

Post-Grad Plans: CICU Pediatric Nurse 

ADPi Involvement: Director of Alumni Engagement, Community Service Specialist, IM


Maddie's Advice:

“Appreciate the small moments throughout these 4 years. This is such a unique experience that most people don’t get to have. Make the most of it and don’t take any time here for granted... ADPi is the best thing that has ever happened to me. I hope you involve yourself and get the same experience I got to have.”




Helena Potter

Alpha Class '22


Majors: Finance & Marketing 

Post-Grad Plans: Financial Analyst at Lockheed Martin 

ADPi Involvement: Vice President of Finance, Finance Specialist, Director of Public Relations 

UCF Involvement: Burnett Honors College


Helena's Advice: “Put yourself out there and do everything you can. College seriously flies by, so take advantage of any opportunities that come your way to learn new things, grow as a person, and have fun!”




Madison Taft

Alpha Class ‘24


Major: Communications 

Post-Grad Plans: Hair School 

UCF Involvement: Limbitless Solutions


Maddie's Advice: “Have fun and hang out with your friends—the time flies. It’s okay to say no and stand up for yourself! Your happiness is a priority, and the right people will see and love you!”








Reese Worrall

Alpha Class ‘22


Major: Business Professional Communication

Post-Grad Plans: Moving to Dallas to work in sales at Gartner


Reese’s Advice: “Take in every moment—it goes by so quickly!!”







McKinley MacBride

Alpha Class ‘22


Major: Nursing

Plans: Staying in Orlando to begin a nurse residency

ADPi Involvement: Leadership Specialist, Internal Philanthropy Chair

UCF Involvement: Volunteer UCF


McKinley’s Advice: “Leave here knowing you gave it your all and are proud of what you are leaving behind.”







Beatriz Cruz

Alpha Class ‘23


Major: Nursing

Plans: Moving back to Lake Placid to work as an ER Nurse


Beatriz’s Advice: “Go through recruitment, go out with your friends, go on last-minute adventures because those are the best memories I have had. Make friends with anyone and everyone because four years goes by too fast.”






Summer Sinclair

Alpha Class ‘22


Major: Kinesiology – Health Sciences

Post-Grad Plans: Palmer College of Chiropractic


Summer’s Advice: “College is about so much more than just earning a degree. Enjoy the experience, make mistakes, and grow from them. Learn to love yourself, and surround yourself with friends who care for you the way Jesus would. If you have that, you’ve gained the best thing college can offer.”






Kendall Harrison

Alpha Class ‘22


Major: Communications and Conflict

Minor: Digital Media

Post-Grad Plans: Master’s in Social and Emerging Media at the University of Tampa

ADPi Involvement: Merchandise Chair

UCF Involvement: Intramural Sports, Honors Fraternity


Kendall’s Advice: “Take it all in — it goes by so fast!”








Lauren Caliendo

Alpha Class ‘23


Major: Communication Sciences and Disorders

Post-Grad Plans: Graduate school at UCF for an M.A.-SLP

ADPi Involvement: Banner Chair


Lauren’s Advice: “When you’re trying to figure out your life and yourself out, don’t forget to keep up with your relationship with God.”







Emily Drago

Alpha Class ‘23


Major: Political Science (Pre-Law Track)

Minor: Strategic Communication

Post-Grad Plans: Attending Hofstra Law School

ADPi Involvement: General Member Core

UCF Involvement: Women’s Law


Emily’s Advice: "The little things will mean the most.”






Cassandra Cardelles

Alpha Class ‘23


Major: Accounting

Post-Grad Plans: Master’s in Accounting at UCF, followed by a PwC internship

ADPi Involvement: Senior Experience Chair, Director of Alumni Engagement

UCF Involvement: Knight-Thon, Accuity Tutors


Cassandra’s Advice: “Take advantage of the opportunities provided to you at UCF, be an active member of your community, and connect with people. These four years will fly by and you will wish you made the absolute most of it.”




Molly Beer

Alpha Class ‘23


Major: Business Administration – Integrated Business

Post-Grad Plans: Relocating to Charleston for a role in supply chain or project management

ADPi Involvement: Director of Academic Affairs

UCF Involvement: Hearts for the Homeless, Panhellenic Run Club, Health Services Administration Student Association

Molly’s Advice: “Get super involved. It’s important to study and get good grades, but also say yes to things. Don’t be afraid to put yourself out there and talk to everyone because you never know what might come of it.”



Bobbi-Jo Suppelsa

Alpha Class ‘22


Major: Biomedical Sciences (Pre-Med Track)

Post-Grad Plans: Master’s in Biomedical Sciences at Barry University

UCF Involvement: Pre-Professional Medical Society


Bobbi-Jo’s Advice: “Enjoy every minute of it because it goes by quickly.”







Bailey Newcomb

Alpha Class ‘23


Major: Advertising/Public Relations

Post-Grad Plans: Marketing Coordinator at AdventHealth

ADPi Involvement: Archivist, Property Management Specialist

UCF Involvement: Quotes, HSASA


Bailey’s Advice: "Sometimes adjusting to college can be hard, but ADPi offers the best support. Lean into those friendships and make the most of this special time. You’ve got this!”



Congratulations to all of our graduates!

We love you and can't wait to see all that you accomplish.

 
 
 

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